The YUMIKO Denise Camisole Ballet Leotard in Eggplant combines a deep aubergine body with contrasting White velvet upper panels. Princess seams and a curved empire seam shape the front, while Opera nylon trim frames the neckline and slender straps. Front lining, a simple scoop back and a high-cut leg complete this distinctive design for ballet class and rehearsal.

Best For: Ballet class • Studio rehearsals • Shaped camisole styling • Gentle compression • Contrasting velvet detail

Why Dancers Love the YUMIKO Denise

• Definition through seaming: Princess seams and the curved empire line give the bodice a tailored appearance with a gentle sense of hold.
• A richer studio neutral: Deep Eggplant brings subtle purple colour to a dark dance wardrobe and pairs easily with familiar warm-ups.
• Soft velvet contrast: White velvet adds texture and a gentle sheen across the upper front and back, framed by dark Opera edging.
• A simple back to style: The familiar scoop neckline keeps the back uncomplicated, leaving colour and fabric texture as the main details.

YUMIKO Denise Eggplant Leotard – Fabric & Fit

Smooth Eggplant stretch nylon forms the lower body, meeting White velvet at a shaped empire seam beneath the bust. The seam rises towards the centre and curves down at the sides, joining the upper and lower panels without a separate waistband. Slim camisole straps and a shallow scoop front keep the shoulders open.

The velvet continues around the upper back beneath a scoop neckline. Opera nylon outlines the neckline, arm openings and straps, while the high-cut leg finishes the silhouette with a higher line at the hip.

This front-lined version offers moderate–light compression and support, with good body coverage. Check torso length and bust measurements carefully when sizing up. The straps and empire seam should sit comfortably through reaching and bending. Individual fit, support and opacity may vary.

Styling Eggplant, White & Opera

Eggplant provides a deep aubergine foundation, White velvet brings light to the bodice, and wine-purple Opera trim connects the colours. Pair Denise with ballet pink tights and a pale rehearsal skirt to echo the upper panels, or choose plum and charcoal layers for a deeper palette.

Dance World Tip: Try a simple skirt with its waistband below the curved empire seam, keeping the shaped bodice and velvet contrast visible.

Main Body: Nylon - Eggplant
Upper Panels: Velvet - White
Nylon body and trim: 87% polyamide, 13% elastane
Velvet upper panels: 80% polyamide, 20% elastane

Dance World Fabric Note
White velvet forms the upper panels, rather than a mesh overlay or crushed velvet edging. The Eggplant body and Opera trim are both nylon, with their darker tones defining the pale bodice and its seam lines.

Important: Denise runs significantly smaller than other YUMIKO styles. We recommend sizing up. YUMIKO’s own model guidance also identifies Denise as smaller-fitting and advises choosing a larger size.

Fit: Close, tailored camisole silhouette
Neckline: Shallow scoop front
Straps: Slim camisole straps
Bodice: Princess seams and a curved empire waist
Back: Scoop back with a contrasting velvet upper section
Leg Line: High cut

Wash gently by hand in cold water with a very mild detergent, then dry flat. Do not iron or tumble dry. Follow any additional instructions on the garment’s care label.
Colour Care: White velvet sits alongside dark Eggplant and Opera nylon. YUMIKO warns that combinations of very light and dark fabrics can be susceptible to colour transfer, so take particular care with this contrasting colourway.